START Educational Opportunities

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New USG Parking Procedures Coming --PLEASE READ

Please read letter below from USG:

Dear USG Faculty, Staff and Students,

You may have heard about changes coming to parking at USG that will begin with the Fall 2016 semester.  I’d like to take this opportunity to inform you about some changes that will be coming, so you know what to expect over the next few months.

Over the years, student enrollment at USG has grown from 2,000 to more than 4,000.  The physical campus also continues to grow and soon USG will break ground on a new Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Education (BSE) Facility on parking lot 2.  New campus buildings, increased student enrollment, and increased staff and faculty requirements have highlighted the pressing need to transition from a passive parking program to an active parking program at USG.

This need has led to the decision to partner with the University of Maryland, College Park to create a new USG Parking and Transportation Services office.  This  newly created office  will be responsible for managing all parking and transportation activities for the USG campus.  This includes ensuring available and predictable parking for our campus community as well as alternatives to driving single occupancy vehicles.  One of the first steps in this process is the formation of the USG Parking and Transportation Advisory Committee.  This committee is made up of faculty, staff and student representatives and will recommend policies and procedures while serving as a conduit between the USG community and USG’s Executive Director’s Office.    

Over the remaining course of the semester, and throughout the summer, you will notice our new USG Parking and Transportation staff on campus making themselves available to talk about the upcoming parking changes and answer your questions.  They can also be reached atusgtransportation@umd.edu if you have feedback or concerns . As the advisory committee makes decisions and recommendations, additional updates will be provided via email.

Thank you,

§  Karen

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Karen L. Mitchell                                                                               

Chief Operating Officer

USM / The Universities at Shady Grove

9636 Gudelsky Drive, Room III-3135, Rockville, MD  20850

phone:  301-738-6319 / cell:  301-520-0582 / fax:  301-738-6330

www.shadygrove.umd.edu

MPA Student Scholarship Awards - Apply Now!

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Applications are currently being accepted for the Maryland Parents Association Student Scholarship Awards. The scholarships provide assistance to current undergraduate students in good standing who may be unable to continue their education at the University due to extenuating personal or family financial circumstances. Thanks to the generosity of Chatham and parent donors, scholarships of up to $2,000 per student will be awarded for the 2016-2017 academic year. A minimum of 12 scholarships will be awarded.

Award criteria, instructions, and an online application are available athttp://terpparent.umd.edu/mpa-student-scholarship-award. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11, 2016.

Questions? Contact the Office of Parent and Family Affairs at 301.314.8429 orparents@umd.edu.

***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS DIFFERENT FROM THE USG SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION--WHICH YOU SHOULD ALSO APPLY FOR!

Fellowship for Recent Grads with A Wider Circle

Fellowship for Recent Grads with A Wider Circle

DESCRIPTION
Want to make a difference after you graduate? One-year fellowship positions are available in Direct Services, Community Outreach and Management. These fellowships are a great opportunity for recent graduates to learn more about poverty while gaining experience working for a nonprofit organization. Fellows will report to a committee of three leaders and will participate in a three-hour poverty education workshop each quarter. Fellowships involve a year-long project in which you will design an innovative outreach program.

QUALIFICATIONS
Fellowships are available to those who have completed their Bachelor's degree within the last two years (2014-2016) or those who have received a graduate degree within the past year (2015 or 2016).

Learn more and apply at Careers4Terps.

USG Movie Night

Our own Professor Laszlo Korossy will be participating in a panel discussion after the movie!

Gaithersburg Book Festival--Volunteers needed!

The USG Library is looking for volunteers who would be willing to read to children at the 7^th annual Gaithersburg Book Festival on Saturday, May 21, 2016.

For the second year USG will participate in the events.  USG will host a booth and coordinate a Multicultural Storytelling time. The storytelling time will take place in the Children’s Tent and we would like you to join us.

It will take only one hour of your time. The readings will be scheduled between 10.30 am and 5:00pm. Transportation will be provided from Lakeforest Mall to the Festival.

 We need students fluent in several languages:

Spanish

Amharic

Chinese

Korean

Vietnamese

French

Please contact Irene Munster (imunster@umd.edu), Director of the USG library, if you would like to volunteer.

Opportunity to Teach English in Thailand After Graduation - Apply by April 30!

Opportunity to Teach English in Thailand After Graduation - Apply by April 30!

American-Thai Foundation and Yonok Foundation of Thailand Present an Opportunity to Teach in Schools in Less-Developed Provinces of Thailand

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to help improve the lives of Thai students and local communities in ways that will have an impact on the country's continuing development, while gaining an enriching experience working and living in Thailand.  Our volunteers/teachers will have firsthand exposure to international development in the midst of the dynamic and rising ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) region.  We partner with an organization in Thailand with over 30 years of experience working with American teachers.  Teach Thailand Corps provides an excellent foundation to support your goals of personal and professional development, in preparation for your future career.  

We and our partner schools are seeking: Graduates of American colleges to teach English at the K-12 level.  Teachers will engage in approximately 15-22 hours of teaching per week.  Our teachers will be placed at schools in less-developed provinces of Thailand. There may also be opportunities to teach other subjects, such as math and science, using English as the language of instruction.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in any field 
• Strong communication/interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish positive relationships and be constructive team player
• Proven ability to be creative, energetic, and enthusiastic in a variety of settings and to be adaptable to new environments
• Teaching experience and ESL/TEFL or equivalent helpful but not required
• Experience living/working in a foreign country desirable
• Arts, music, or athletics/sports ability helpful but not required 

Application:  To apply, please click here.  The fall-cycle application deadline is December 31, 2015; spring-cycle deadline is April 30, 2016 (with priority given to applications submitted earlier).  Most candidates apply in the fall cycle for early acceptance and preparation for Thailand.  All teachers will arrive in Thailand in late May for orientation and training before beginning teaching in June.

We will provide:

• Housing and monthly stipend
• Training for your roles, including language and culture orientation, supervision, and evaluation
• Domestic work-related travel
• Work permit and visa

Academic year: June to March, with a two-week break in October 

Note: Caroline Lee in the University Career Center is an alumna of this program!

CAS Summer GRE Prep Workshop Series

CAS will offer our popular GRE Preparation Workshop Series again this summer. If you  are considering graduate school, please  contact CAS by email (sg-cas@umd.edu) if interested in participating.

Currently, we’re planning to offer the GRE Preparation Workshop Series twice a week for four weeks in either June or July. The series will be free of charge to current students at USG or alumni of programs at USG, although we recommend students buy 1-3 prep books to supplement the course. Timing will be determined based on feedback from a survey we’ll send out to interested students; it’s important that students let us know of their interest so we can include them in this poll.

USG Student Council Elections

USG Student Council Elections VOTE TODAY!  You have until Wednesday, April 27th.  All current students can vote. Go to the USG Student Council Election Candidates on Connect@USG site and click on "Documents" to review your candidates qualifications (you must be logged in)

First Undergraduate Research Day at USG--Check it out!

Having trouble reading this email? View it in your browser. You are invited to the FIRST Undergraduate Research Day at the Universities at Shady Grove on Wednesday, May 4th in Building II, Multi-Purpose Room. Join us for an interactive day with students discussing their original research, reviewing their final projects, and hearing about their internship experiences. Students will present their work during two sessions, from 12:00–1:30pm and 4:30–6:00pm and their work will be on display for the duration of day (12:00-6:00pm). Nearly 100 students are participating from programs including: UB’s Health Systems Management, UMB’s Nursing, UMBC’s History, Political Science, Psychology, and Social Work, UMCP’s Biological Sciences, Communication, Criminology and Criminal Justice, and Public Health Science, and Montgomery College students including some that are interns at NIST. You can find directions here and you may park anywhere on campus for free. The Parking Garage provides quick access to Building II. If you have any questions, please email Emily Molleur at emolleur@umd.edu or call 301-738-6109. Office of the Executive Director Mary Lang, Chief Strategy Officer Emily Molleur, Program Management Specialist The Universities at Shady Grove 9630 Gudelsky Drive Rockville, Maryland 20850 This email was sent to: emolleur@umd.edu Unsubscribe

Interesting online summer elective?

Apply by Monday for Paid Pathways Internships with National Defense University!

Apply by Monday for Paid Pathways Internships with National Defense University!

Student Trainee (Research) NATIONAL DEFENSE UNIVERSITY

Many vacancies in the following location:  Fort McNair, DC

Work Schedule is Full Time - Temporary NTE 30 Sept 2016

Closes Monday 4/25/2016

Salary Range: $35,265.00 to $48,844.00 / Per YearSeries & Grade: GS-0399-05/05

The National Defense University (NDU) is currently seeking a Student Trainee (Research). As a Pathways Intern, you will be assigned to one of the components/directorates within the University.

You must be a student currently enrolled for the Summer 2016 or Fall 2016 academic terms. You must also live or attend school within the local commuting area of the announcement.

The NDU Summer Pathways Internship offers valuable work experience directly related to your academic field of study or career goals.  As a Student Trainee, you will be given the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to pursue a successful career.  

This announcement will be closed upon receipt of 100 applications or on the closing date.

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to provide a Student Trainee with a professional development opportunity for them to enhance their future goals and improve their knowledge and working experience. The Student Trainee will be responsible for:
-Using varied and advanced functions of word processing software to produce a wide range of documents and to perform miscellaneous clerical support.
-Performing basic research tasks for selected faculty and/or senior staff at the National
Defense University.
-Collecting and assists in the gathering of information and data to be used by faculty and staff in the development and preparation of publications or presentations.
-Conducting archival research and current literature to provide written or oral synopses of the information available.

Apply here.

Summer Internships with Child Advocacy & Women's Rights International - Washington, DC

Summer Internships with Child Advocacy & Women's Rights International - Washington, DC

Child Advocacy & Women’s Rights International (CAWRI) is a non-profit organization in Washington, DC dedicated to promoting child welfare and women’s rights around the world.  A candidate must possess the ability to work in teams, be held accountable, participate in cross-departmental planning and work with a diverse group of stakeholders. The intern must be flexible and disciplined, and be ready to work without close supervision. Candidates should have an interest in child advocacy, women’s human rights, as well as women’s and social justice philanthropy. Interns will be working alongside interns with CAWRI’s sister organization, the Center for International Study & Development (CISD). Candidates should be able to think critically; they should be dependable, as well as, punctual; and, they should be able to work both independently or as part of a team. How to apply:  Interested candidates should send an email including a cover letter, a resume, and hours of availability byMay 1, 2016 with the internship position desired as the subject of the email. Upon successful completion of an internship, CAWRI will provide letters of recommendation and references. Job Type: Internship Hours per week: 24-32 (Negotiable) Timeline: May 15th-August (Flexible start date) Salary: $0.00 /year Responsibilities of Social Media/ Web development Interns include: Updating website content using WordPress Writing blogs based on current events affecting women and children, current projects, etc. Raise awareness of organization through social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter active Assisting fellow interns in projects and fundraisers Documentation of work on google drive Think critically, be dependable, punctual; be able to work both independently or as part of a team Currently enrolled as a sophomore or higher in a 4-year degree program or a recent college graduate Responsibilities of Fundraising and Development interns include: Organizing innovative fundraisers, profit shares with restaurants, including contacting vendors, identifying a venue, raising awareness of the organization, and locating sponsors for an event/events etc. for CAWRI’s projects Identify grant opportunities, deadlines related to entrepreneurship and development of women Canvassing local universities for students interested in our work Outreach via email, phone, in-person with members in the community who support the cause Attend events related to the cause in the area Documentation of work on google drive Think critically, be dependable, punctual; be able to work both independently or as part of a team Currently enrolled as a sophomore or higher in a 4-year degree program or a recent college graduate Responsibilities of Project Development interns include: Assisting the executive director by remaining in constant communication with our field office and partners in Turkey Researching prospective projects Writing LOI’s and project proposals that will be sent out to donors, charities, and other foundations for grants Remaining proactive by connecting with possible partners and organizations Documentation of work on google drive Maintaining existing projects in order to achieve their goals and objectives Think critically, be dependable, punctual; be able to work both independently or as part of a team Currently enrolled as a sophomore or higher in a 4-year degree program or a recent college graduate

Girls and Women Internship with the United Nations Foundation

Girls and Women Internship with the United Nations Foundation The United Nations Foundation links the UN’s work with others around the world, mobilizing the energy and expertise of business and non-governmental organizations to help the UN tackle issues including climate change, global health, peace and security, women's empowerment, poverty eradication, energy access, and U.S.-UN relations. DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Addressing the needs and rights of women and girls across the globe is essential to alleviating poverty, achieving social justice, and accelerating progress on all of our global development goals.  The UN Foundation believes that empowering women and girls with educational and economic opportunities and securing their health and human rights is one of the best investments we can make for families, communities, and the world. We work with the UN and our NGO, corporate and government partners to promote gender equality; advance sexual and reproductive health and rights (including family planning); advocate for increased resources and funding for programs and activities benefitting adolescent girls; eliminate gender-based violence; combat climate change; and improve maternal health care using integrated health systems and mobile technology. The Girl’s and Women team’s core priorities currently address: Supporting the UN’s efforts to improve the lives of girls and women; The sexual and reproductive health and rights of girls and women; Gender data; The needs and rights of adolescent girls; and Women’s economic empowerment. Responsibilities: Although specific projects of the Women, Girls & Population Intern will depend on initiatives within the office of placement during the intern’s appointment, the following list provides an idea of the scope and breadth of the intern's work at UNF.  Support the development of relevant materials including briefing papers, memos, executive summaries, databases, and presentations for various projects. Experience creating graphics and graphs Must be comfortable with different social networks, and blogging Assist in research on relevant women and girl’s issues. Learn administrative and operational aspects of team functionality in a fast-paced work environment, including: financial reporting, team logistical organization and programmatic execution. Learn about United Nations agencies and other partners that are involved in implementation on women and girl programming. Help to plan and run events and panels Selection Criteria: Candidate must be enrolled in a degree-granting program during the internship or must be a recent graduate (within 8 months of graduation) of a college or university with a demonstrated interest in the UN and international development. 20 hours per week is required for the internship, more is preferred. Ability to manage multiple tasks. Strong organizational skills. Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter. Background/coursework in international development and/or women’s empowerment preferred. Candidate must have demonstrated record of commitment to work and completion of tasks by deadlines, with significant attention to detail. Candidate should have strong analytical, writing, and editing skills in English for diverse audiences. Team player a must. Benefits & Compensation: The United Nations Foundation offers unpaid full and part-time internships. The Girls and Women Intern should be able to start in late May/early June.  Apply here.

Paralegal Job Opportunity

Paralegal – Job ID 138240

MDT Consulting, LLC (Washington, District of Columbia)

Michelle D. Thomas Consulting, LLC (MDT Consulting) and the Henderson Law Firm, PLLC (Henderson Firm) seek an experienced Paralegal/ Legal Assistant to assist the two entities in developing their respective practices and managing a variety of investigation and litigation matters.

Family Justice Center Intern

Family Justice Center Intern – Job ID 134783

Montgomery County Family Justice Center (Rockville, Maryland)

The Montgomery County Family Justice Center (FJC) Internship Program provides interns with a unique opportunity to learn about domestic violence intervention on a direct service level. Interns will learn about the FJC model, dynamics of domestic violence, and systems response.

CIA Information Session--College Park

CIA Information Session

Monday, April 25, 2016 • 5:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m.

3100 Hornbake Library, South Wing (University Career Center)

The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is looking for highly motivated and talented individuals from diverse academic and professional backgrounds to be part of our Agency. Learn more about CIA employment opportunities as well additional information about: CIA Organizational Structure Application Process Obtaining a Security Clearance.

Please RSVP

5 DAYS LEFT: Bright Futures Summer 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship Applicatio

The Bright Futures 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $250-$1,250 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships with non-profit organizations and government agencies.  The Bright Futures application for summer 2016 unpaid internships is open! DEADLINE IN 5 DAYS: Monday, April 25 at 5 p.m. Access to the Application: go.umd.edu/bfs16 Help us spread the word & please forward this email to your students. Eligible Candidates  All registered University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate students returning to campus for the fall 2016 semester, who have an internship for summer 2016, are eligible to apply. Graduating seniors (May 2016 & August 2016) are not eligible. Preference will be given to juniors and seniors graduating in December 2016 and to those who have not previously received an award.  In order for a student's internship to qualify for funding support, it must satisfy the following criteria: Unpaid on-campus or off-campus internship with a non-profit organization or government agency Offered during the summer and completed by Friday, August 26, 2016 Supervised by a professional in the organization To Apply: go.umd.edu/bfs16 Submission Deadline: Monday, April 25 at 5 p.m.   Questions? Visit go.umd.edu/bfs16 .   If not addressed on the above website, contact: Erica Ely Program Director, Internships University Career Center & The President's Promise eely@umd.edu or 301.314.0362 The Bright Futures 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship is generously funded by a grant from The President's Fearless Fund and receives ongoing significant support from the University Career Center & The President's Promise.

United Nations Summer Internship Opportunities

United Nations Summer Internship Opportunities Why be a United Nations intern? If you are thinking of entering the world of diplomacy and public policy, an internship at the United Nations could be the ideal start for you. The objective of the internship is to give you a first-hand impression of the day-to-day working environment of the United Nations. You will be given a real chance to work with our people. As part of our team, working directly with outstanding and inspiring career professionals and senior management, you will be exposed to high-profile conferences, participate in meetings, and contribute to analytical work as well as organizational policy of the United Nations. Initially you will take on the amount of responsibility you can shoulder; the potential for growth, however, is yours to develop. Can you be a United Nations intern? Are you enrolled in a Master's or in a Ph.D. programme, or in the final year of a Bachelor’s programme; or within one year after graduation from a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. programme? Do you have excellent command of English, French, or Spanish? Are you neither a child or a sibling of a United Nations Secretariat staff member? Keep in mind: Duration: The internship programme lasts for at least two months and can be as long as six months. Once selected, you must begin your internship either prior to orwithin one year of graduation. Cost: United Nations interns are not paid. All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns or their sponsoring institutions. Visa: You will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas. Travel: You will arrange and finance your travel to the United Nations location where you will be an intern. Medical insurance: You will be responsible for costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship and must show proof of a valid major global medical insurance coverage. Confidentiality: You must be discreet and keep confidential any and all unpublished information obtained during the course of the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information. Academic Credit: You may get academic credit from your institution of higher education for the internship. Check with your university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships. To find out about opportunities in Washington D.C. or New York City, please click here.

Paid Summer Internship with US District Court for District of Maryland

Paid Summer Internship with US District Court for District of Maryland DESCRIPTION ASSIGNMENTS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING: • Conducting and assembling the internal audit, researching projects and surveys, organizing standing orders, compiling past versions of the local rules, generating and analyzing reports in the court’s electronic filing system. • Updating court case files, routing and processing mail, answering telephone calls, directing visitors to appropriate offices, preparing correspondence, and assisting the Operations Department with clerical functions. QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • High school graduate, enrolled in a post-secondary education, with general knowledge of filing, telephone usage, and record keeping. • Must have a commitment to regular attendance, maintain a positive and pleasant attitude, work well in a team environment, have a high level of energy, and must deal tactfully and effectively with attorneys, personnel from other federal agencies, and the public while maintaining a high quality standard of work. • Must be willing to work at the Baltimore office and work a minimum of 20 hours per week for 12 weeks beginning on May 31, 2016. Dates and hours are flexible. Compensation may be provided subject to availability of funds. • Open to all majors and fields of study. Learn more and apply at Careers4Terps.

Need $ to Support Your Unpaid Summer Internship? Apply Now!

Need $ to Support Your Unpaid Summer Internship? Apply Now!

The Bright Futures 'Unpaid Internship' Scholarship awards students with need-based scholarships ranging from $250-$1,250 to help offset expenses incurred during unpaid internships with non-profit organizations and government agencies.  The Bright Futures application for summer 2016 unpaid internships is now open!

DEADLINE: Monday, April 25 at 5 p.m.

Access to the Application: go.umd.edu/bfs16

Help us spread the word & please forward this email to your students.

Eligible Candidates 

All registered University of Maryland, College Park undergraduate students returning to campus for the fall 2016 semester, who have an internship for summer 2016, are eligible to apply. Graduating seniors (May 2016 & August 2016) are not eligible. Preference will be given to juniors and seniors graduating in December 2016 and to those who have not previously received an award.  In order for a student's internship to qualify for funding support, it must satisfy the following criteria:

• Unpaid on-campus or off-campus internship with a non-profit organization or government agency
• Offered during the summer and completed by Friday, August 26, 2016
• Supervised by a professional in the organization

To Apply: go.umd.edu/bfs16

Submission Deadline: Monday, April 25 at 5 p.m.

Questions?

Visit go.umd.edu/bfs16

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If not addressed on the above website, contact:

Erica Ely

Program Director, Internships

University Career Center & The President's Promise

eely@umd.edu or 301.314.0362